COMPARATIVES AND SUPERLATIVES
We use comparative and superlative adjectives to describe people and things. Comparatives compare two things. Eg. Curry is tastier than pasta. Superlatives highlight the what's the most of something. Eg. but chocolate is the tastiest.
You can revise the rules on how to make comparatives and superlatives in English on this website. If you already think you are an expert... why not trying this comparative and superlative test?!
and last but not least... do you find it difficult to make comparisons with adverbs in English? Try the explanations and activities on this site. Good luck!!
GET COLLOCATIONS
Here are some of the most common collocations with the verb get. Read through the list and check you understand the meaning of each expression. Use the exercises here to become aware of the uses.
USED TO
We use "used to" to talk about things that happened in the past - actions or states - that no longer happen now. Eg. She used to be a long distance runner when she was younger.
For a more detailed explanation on the issue, you can have a look at the British Council LearnEnglish website.
HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE
A new way of keeping fit which has not been included in the pictures below is by..... laughing!! Can you believe it? To find out more, go to this BBC link and learn about LAUGHTER YOGA, which is a fantastic way of keeping fit and healthy whilst having lots of fun!!
We use comparative and superlative adjectives to describe people and things. Comparatives compare two things. Eg. Curry is tastier than pasta. Superlatives highlight the what's the most of something. Eg. but chocolate is the tastiest.
You can revise the rules on how to make comparatives and superlatives in English on this website. If you already think you are an expert... why not trying this comparative and superlative test?!
and last but not least... do you find it difficult to make comparisons with adverbs in English? Try the explanations and activities on this site. Good luck!!
GET COLLOCATIONS
Here are some of the most common collocations with the verb get. Read through the list and check you understand the meaning of each expression. Use the exercises here to become aware of the uses.
USED TO
We use "used to" to talk about things that happened in the past - actions or states - that no longer happen now. Eg. She used to be a long distance runner when she was younger.
For a more detailed explanation on the issue, you can have a look at the British Council LearnEnglish website.
HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE
WHAT IS YOUR BODY AGE?
I'm sure you all know how many years it's been since you were born, but do you know your body's actual age? According to health experts, we have two ages, a birth age and a biological age that is affected by how we treat our bodies. So, what is your body's age? Try to find out by taking this test, adding or subtracting the numbers after you answer from your actual age.
If you are serious about your health and longevity, this test will give you the information to accurately asses your current lifestyle habits. Then, tell us about your results on the comments below.
WHAT KEEPS US HEALTHY?
Can you look at the pictures below and say what keeps us healthy and what doesn't? You shouldn't miss our next classes if you want to find out how to keep fit!!
A new way of keeping fit which has not been included in the pictures below is by..... laughing!! Can you believe it? To find out more, go to this BBC link and learn about LAUGHTER YOGA, which is a fantastic way of keeping fit and healthy whilst having lots of fun!!
LISTENING COMPREHENSION: A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Listen to a conversation between a man and a woman talking about how to keep a healthy lifestyle and try the activities on the website.
STRESS IS REALLY BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH!!
If you want to learn a few more words on stress management, click on the image!! Then learn what is stress and what causes it. Also, if you have been under stress recently, go to this post to learn about techniques for how to deal with it. You will also learn new words or expressions associated with stress, such us keep up, burn out, cope.... Feel free to leave a comment and tell us how you cope with stress!!
BEATING STRESS
This is a listening activity to find out how to apply the "stress theory" to reduce stress. Try the vocabulary activity on the website to prepare for the task. Then listen to Emily talking about this theory and do the task. To check your comprehension you can read the transcript at any time if you want to.
STRESS READING COMPREHENSION
Click on the image to find a very interesing website, with free online lessons, resources and advice for learners of English worlwide. In its "Reading Room" section, it gives you the opportunity to practise your reading and improve your vocabulary.
For this unit, Lifestyle, I would like you to read the text about how to cope with stress by getting a good night's sleep. Try to understand the general meaning and use the TRUE / FALSE questions at the end to get instant feed back on your understanding.
Hope you find the link useful, too!!!
FOOD
Check all the food words and then try the activities below:
Match the fruit
Match the vegetables
Match the food pictures and words
Find the correct pairs
Now that you are experts on food vocabulary, would you like to try cooking?. Here is some useful vocabulary you will need to understand recipes in English. When you are ready, try these recipes!!
UNIT 7_WRITING ASSIGNMENT
Here is the writing task for this unit. If you need help with letters of advice, remember that everything you need is in Unit 6 in your book!!
STRESS IS REALLY BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH!!
If you want to learn a few more words on stress management, click on the image!! Then learn what is stress and what causes it. Also, if you have been under stress recently, go to this post to learn about techniques for how to deal with it. You will also learn new words or expressions associated with stress, such us keep up, burn out, cope.... Feel free to leave a comment and tell us how you cope with stress!! BEATING STRESS
This is a listening activity to find out how to apply the "stress theory" to reduce stress. Try the vocabulary activity on the website to prepare for the task. Then listen to Emily talking about this theory and do the task. To check your comprehension you can read the transcript at any time if you want to.
STRESS READING COMPREHENSION
For this unit, Lifestyle, I would like you to read the text about how to cope with stress by getting a good night's sleep. Try to understand the general meaning and use the TRUE / FALSE questions at the end to get instant feed back on your understanding.
Hope you find the link useful, too!!!
FOOD
Check all the food words and then try the activities below:
Match the fruit
Match the vegetables
Match the food pictures and words
Find the correct pairs
Now that you are experts on food vocabulary, would you like to try cooking?. Here is some useful vocabulary you will need to understand recipes in English. When you are ready, try these recipes!!
UNIT 7_WRITING ASSIGNMENT
Here is the writing task for this unit. If you need help with letters of advice, remember that everything you need is in Unit 6 in your book!!
Finish the unit playing FLIPQUIZ again!!
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